2019 Business Builder Awards, presented by Nutrien, Finalists
Posted on March 7, 2019 in Business, News Release
The NSBA is pleased to announce the finalists for the 22nd Annual Business Builder Awards, Presented by Nutrien. Winners will be announced at the Awards banquet on Wednesday, March 20, beginning at 5:00 pm at the World Trade Center at Prairieland Park.
Growing in stature, reputation and attendance year after year, the NSBA Business Builder Awards are arguably the premier awards banquet in Saskatoon. Last year this event saw an attendance of over 600 registrants; based on the current ticket sales, organizers are confident that number will again be achieved, or exceeded in 2019.
This year’s theme for the prestigious awards banquet is: Persevering to Possibilities. The theme acknowledges the challenges and obstacles faced by business owners and professionals and how these individuals’ perseverance has led them to success. Regardless of whether the challenge or obstacle is personal, financial, or organizational, the NSBA recognizes the grit and strength required to achieve success. The Business Builder Awards, Presented by Nutrien, is the time to acknowledge success in the NSBA membership and this year will also recognize the journey taken to reach it.
“Our province and business community specifically is built upon perseverance, so this year we thought we would honour that particular Saskatchewan trait,” says Keith Moen, Executive Director of the NSBA. “Based on the tremendous amount of applicants, and the diversity of sectors and companies being represented among our finalists, I’m confident this year will showcase our members’ attributes very well. It’s going to be a great evening!”
22nd Annual Business Builder Awards, Presented by Nutrien Finalists
The “Community Builder Award” – sponsored by Saskatchewan Blue Cross – is awarded to the NSBA business that demonstrates a clear commitment to operating in a philanthropic and empathetic manner in the community.
The finalists are:
Just For You Day Spa
PCL Construction
Saskatoon Blades Hockey Club
Stantec
The “Growth and Market Expansion Award” – sponsored by SREDA – is awarded to the NSBA business that successfully demonstrates a commitment to growth of the business through expansion in an existing or new market.
The finalists are:
EncoreFX
Ignite Danceworks Inc
J. Mendoza & Associates Canada Immigration Consulting Group
Vendasta
The “Safe Employer Award” – sponsored by an Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board – is awarded to the NSBA business that exemplifies and promotes safety in the workplace.
The finalists are:
Crestline Coach Ltd.
GardaWorld Protective Services
Industrial Machine & Mfg Inc
Sharp Industries Ltd
The “New Direction Award” – sponsored by BDC – is awarded to the NSBA business that identifies and pursues a new business idea.
The finalists are:
Brandt Industries
J. Mendoza & Associates Canada Immigration Consulting Group
Miller Thomson LLP
Sherpa
The “Pursuit of Excellence Award” – sponsored by Colliers International– is awarded to the NSBA business that is an industry leader among its peers and/or within the business community.
The finalists are:
Global Gathering Place
JNE Welding Limited Partnership
North Ridge Development Corporation
Park Derochie Coatings (Saskatchewan) Inc.
The “Small Business Award” – sponsored by Parr Auto Body – is awarded to the NSBA small business, with 10 employees or less, that promotes quality in product and customer service.
The finalists are:
AgriBiz Communications Corp
CRAVINGS maternity-baby-kids
Echelon Wealth Partners Inc
North Star Systems Inc
The “Quality Management Award” – sponsored by PWC – is Awarded to the NSBA business that recognizes and pursues activities which define, promote and inspire quality products, services and values.
The finalists are:
Allnorth
Complete Technologies
North Ridge Development Corporation
Pinchin Ltd.
The “Employee Retention & Development Award” – sponsored by Saskatchewan Polytechnic – is awarded to the NSBA business that pursues excellence through employee development and training. Home to a stable and/or growing workforce, this business fosters an environment for lifelong learning, career advancement, internal leadership development and/or the potential succession opportunities.
The finalists are:
AgriBiz Communications Corp
Dutton Tim Hortons Group
Loraas Disposal North Ltd.
Saskatoon Prairieland Park Corp
The “Team Building Award” – sponsored by EncoreFX – is awarded to the NSBA business whose management and staff promote and foster a team working environment.
The finalists are:
Complete Technologies
Saskatchewan Rattlers
SREDA
YasTech Developments Inc
The “Young Promising Entrepreneur Award” – sponsored by Edwards School of Business – Four entrepreneurs under 30 who have business ideas will be at the banquet. Before the dinner, people who attend the banquet can vote for the entrepreneur and business pitch that shows the most potential. The winner will be determined by a Text-to-Vote process at the banquet on March 28th.
The finalists are:
Axis Imagery
Crew Rowhouse
Infinity Management
Kind Condiments
Our namesake award, the “Business Builder Award” – sponsored by ICR Commercial Real Estate – is awarded to a the NSBA business that has contributed to the success of NSBA members, and a company that you could confidently refer to others. This award will also be selected the night of the banquet by a Text-to-Vote process as well.
The finalists are:
Bridges Health
Clarity Coaching & Development
Con-Tech General Contractors Ltd
Korpan Tractor
Member of the Year Award (by Board of Director vote) – sponsored by JNE Welding Ltd., awarded to the NSBA member or employee of an NSBA member who has portrayed exceptional commitment to the NSBA and exemplifies the image of a successful and involved community leader. The winner of this award will be announced at the awards banquet on March 20th.
The Shirley Ryan Lifetime Achievement Award (by Board of Director vote) – sponsored by Loraas Disposal Services, awarded to an individual for their outstanding long-term contributions to their business or occupation, and whose leadership skills and passion have benefited the Saskatoon business community overall. The winner of this award will be announced at the awards banquet on March 20th.